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Drug Court Case Manager

Court Administration is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Drug Court Case Manager to support our Drug Court Program and make a meaningful difference in participants' lives. In this role, you'll provide comprehensive case management services to individuals navigating the program, including recruiting and assessing participants, developing and monitoring case plans, connecting individuals with community resources, and advocating for their success throughout the process. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with the court team while helping participants move toward stability and positive outcomes.

To be considered, you'll need either a bachelor's degree in a related field or 4+ years of related professional experience, along with a valid Florida driver's license. The ideal candidate brings experience in substance abuse and case management, a working knowledge of court processes, strong communication skills, and a high level of professionalism.

If you're ready to make an impact while building a rewarding career in public service, apply today!

About the Position

In this role, you will:

• Provide individualized case management, supporting participants with housing, employment, education, life skills, and community resources.
• Screen, assess, orient, and coordinate intake of participants into the Drug Court Program, including required documentation and referrals.
• Facilitate group sessions and follow up on referrals to support participant progress and successful outcomes.
• Build and maintain community partnerships while promoting the Drug Court Program.
• Maintain accurate case records and participate in team meetings, staffing, and court sessions.

About the Schedule

Work Hours:

• Full-time, 40 hours per week.
• Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (no weekends!)
• Schedules may be a combination of 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

As a reminder, all county employees are considered essential and must be prepared to protect and support the community and its citizens. Each employee, without exception, will have a duty assignment and be required to work during a disaster or declared emergency.

About You

To be considered for this role, you must have the following:

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, counseling, social work, psychology, sociology, behavioral science, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• OR: 4+ years of progressively responsible related experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
• Valid Florida driver's license by date of hire.

The ideal candidate has the following knowledge, skills, and/or abilities:

• Experience with substance abuse issues and case management, including familiarity with related community resources.
• Working knowledge of the legal system, court processes, and judicial procedures.
• Ability to analyze case files, ensure completeness, and move cases through the court process efficiently.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrated professionalism, including confidentiality, effective relationship-building, and understanding the boundaries of case management versus legal practice.

Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five years.

Physical Demands: Employees in this role must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.

CJIS Clearance: The successful candidate will be subject to an extensive background check(s) as part of the hiring process.

About Everything Else

Starting Pay: $21.85/hr

Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).

If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents.

1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options:

• If your position requires a Florida Driver's License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver's License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above List B Documents.)

2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above List C Documents.)

Benefits:

• Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
• For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.
• Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
• Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)

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